Dr. Dixon’s primary goal is to provide services that genuinely improve a person’s oral health and wellbeing. He emphasizes clear and open communication, allowing him to understand his patients’ goals and provide education regarding all the options available to help achieve those goals. He is a committed, compassionate professional who truly has his patients’ best interests in mind.
Dr. Dixon is excited to be a part of Dr. Massoth’s office and promote her approach to patient care. He understands that patients have many choices when seeking care, and has enjoyed the opportunity to treat a wide variety of patients over the years.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Biology – University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 1989
- Doctorate of Dental Medicine – University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, 1993
- Advanced Education in General Dentistry, US Army, Fort Campbell, Kentucky, 1994
- Masters Certification from the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
- Master of Science in Dentistry and Certificate in Periodontics – University of Washington School of Dentistry, Department of Graduate Periodontics, Seattle, Washington, 2001
- Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology, 2002
- Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in Oral Biology – University of Washington, Department of Oral Biology, 2005
- American Board of Periodontology National Examiner, 2018
After completing his PhD, Dr. Dixon returned to active service and spent four years performing medical and dental research and clinical care during an assignment linked with the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. From there, he traveled for four years, teaching with the Army’s periodontics residency program until finally serving out his Army career treating Army cadets and staff at West Point Military Academy (U.S.M.A), West Point, New York.
Upon retirement in 2014, Dr. Dixon returned to Seattle to take over the Periodontics Graduate Program at the University of Washington. He considers it a true honor to be involved with such a historic institution.
Continuing Education
As both a board certified clinician and researcher, Dr. Dixon strives to incorporate the best of what is currently known with what is best for his patients’ individual needs. His constant emphasis on obtaining continuing education in the latest updates and techniques ensures that patients receive the best possible care available. In his more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Dixon has continued his education in several areas:
- Dental implantology and periodontal prosthetics
- Innate immunity and osseoimunology and collagen disorders
- Periodontal plastic surgery
- Dental anesthesia and conscious sedation (oral and IV sedation)
- Emergency medical management of dental patients
- Advanced and basic cardiac life support (ACLS and BLS)
- Oral pathology and mucosal conditions
- Periodontal and orthodontic treatments
- Multi-specialty aspects of treatment for dental patients
Dr. Dixon applies current research findings and his extensive knowledge to improve patient care. He has published articles on the innate immune aspect related to periodontal health, as well as clinical techniques involving implant procedures, tissue grafting, and periodontal management of patients with systemic illnesses.
Professional Memberships
- American/International Association for Dental Research
- Academy of General Dentistry
- American Academy of Periodontology
- American Dental Association
- Western Society of Periodontology
- Delta Sigma Delta Fraternity, Sigma Chapter, University of Pittsburgh
- Saul Schluger Study Club
- Southern Academy of Periodontology
- American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
Selected Clinical and Academic Publications by Dr. Dixon
coming soon
Personal Life
Dr. Dixon grew up in a small suburb of Pittsburgh, PA called the North Hills and married his high school sweetheart who grew up nearby in North Allegheny. They have been married for 25 wonderful years now and have two amazing children, Breanna and Nate. The Dixons feel very fortunate to be able to provide a good home to needy animals, so the family also includes three dogs and five cats.
When Dr. Dixon isn’t at the practice or teaching at UW, he loves watching his kids play sports and spending his free time with their activities. He also runs, bikes, and enjoys the many activities that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.
Dr. Dixon feels privileged to live and work in such a vibrant and exciting community, one that has such world-recognized leaders in both medicine and dentistry, and outstanding local institutions like Seattle Children’s Hospital, the University of Washington, and the Hutch Research Institution. Over the years, he has served in many different community roles and leadership positions, and looks forward to a future filled with service to the Seattle community.
